Kempten-based VAG tuning specialist ABT Sportsline has released details of its updated range of options for the current Volkswagen Beetle.

ABT’s Power Kit conversion sees output from the 1.2 TSI jump from 77 kW (105 hp) and 175 Nm of torque to 103 kW (140 hp) and 220 Nm, while the 1.4 TSI enjoys a rise from 118 kW (160 hp) and 240 Nm and the 2.0 TSI goes from 147 kW (200 hp) and 280 Nm to 176 kW (240 hp) and 340 Nm. Diesel owners are also catered for, with the 1.6 TDI climbing from 77 kW (105 hp) and 250 Nm to 92 kW (125 hp) and 285 Nm, and the 2.0 TDI now producing 125 kW (170 hp) and 370 Nm – up from a factory figure of 103 kW (140 hp) and 320 Nm.

Other mechanical upgrades include an exhaust system with twin oval tailpipes, a -30 mm lowering spring kit and 345 mm front brake disc conversion. The company also has wheel and tyre packages ranging from 18 to 20 inches, including its CR in matte anthracite, the DR in gunmetal grey, and the new ER-C in a silver finish.